2012 FORD B MAX trailer

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Principle of Operation................................109
Using Cruise Control...................................109
Driving Aids
Active City Stop...............................................111
Load Carrying
General Information.....................................113
Luggage Anchor Points...............................113
Rear Under Floor Storage...........................113
Cargo Nets........................................................114
Luggage Covers..............................................114
Dog Guard........................................................114
Towing
Towing a Trailer..............................................116
Tow Ball............................................................116
Towing Points.................................................119
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......119
Driving Hints
Running-In........................................................121
Cold Weather Precautions.........................121
Driving Through Water.................................121
Floor Mats.........................................................121
Roadside Emergencies
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................122
First Aid Kit......................................................122
Warning Triangle...........................................122
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................122
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................124
Fuse Specification Chart............................125
Changing a Fuse............................................133
Maintenance
General Information....................................134
Opening and Closing the Bonnet...........134
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.0L EcoBoost(74kW/100PS)/1.0L EcoBoost(90kW/120PS).........................................136
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.4LDuratec-16V (66kW/90PS)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (77kW/105PS) -Sigma............................................................137
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi (55kW/75PS)/1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (70kW/95PS)(T3)...............................................................138
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0L EcoBoost(74kW/100PS)/1.0L EcoBoost(90kW/120PS).........................................139
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratec-16V(66kW/90PS)/1.6L Duratec-16VTi-VCT (77kW/105PS) - Sigma..........139
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi(55kW/75PS)/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(70kW/95PS) (T3).................................139
Engine Oil Check...........................................139
Engine Coolant Check................................140
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check...................141
Washer Fluid Check......................................141
Changing the 12V Battery...........................141
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................141
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................141
Removing a Headlamp...............................142
Changing a Bulb............................................143
Bulb Specification Chart...........................149
Technical Specifications...........................150
Vehicle Care
Cleaning the Exterior...................................153
Cleaning the Interior....................................153
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............154
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................154
Wheels and Tyres
General Information....................................155
3Table of Contents

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
If your vehicles has a trailer towmodule not approved by us, thesystem may not correctly detectobstacles.
The sensors may not detect objectsin heavy rain or other conditions thatcause disruptive reflections.
The sensors may not detect objectswith surfaces that absorb ultrasonicwaves.
The system does not detectobstacles moving away from yourvehicle. They will only be detectedshortly after they start to move towardyour vehicle.
Take particular care when reversingwith a tow ball arm or rear fittedaccessories e.g. a bicycle carrier, asthe rear parking aid will only indicate thedistance from the bumper to the obstacle.
If you use a high pressure spray towash your vehicle, only spray thesensors briefly from a distance notless than 8 inches (20 centimetres).
Note:If your vehicle has a tow ball arm, thesystem is switched off automatically whenany trailer lamps (or lighting boards) areconnected to the 13-pin socket via a trailertow module we have approved.
Note:Keep the sensors free from dirt, iceand snow. Do not clean with sharp objects.
Note:The system may emit false tones ifit detects a signal using the same frequencyas the sensors or if your vehicle is fully laden.
Note:The outer sensors may detect theside walls of a garage. If the distancebetween the outer sensor and the side wallremains constant for three seconds, thetone will switch off. As you continue, theinner sensors will detect rearward objects.
PARKING AID
WARNINGS
To help avoid personal injury, readand understand the limitations of thesystem as contained in this section.Sensing is only an aid for some (generallylarge and fixed) objects when moving inreverse on a flat surface at parking speeds.Traffic control systems, inclementweather, air brakes and external motorsand fans may also affect the function ofthe sensing system. This may includereduced performance or a false activation.
To help avoid personal injury, alwaysuse caution when moving in reverseand when using the sensing system.
This system is not designed toprevent contact with small or movingobjects. The system is designed toprovide a warning to assist the driver indetecting large stationary objects to avoiddamaging the vehicle. The system may notdetect smaller objects, particularly thoseclose to the ground.
Certain add-on devices such as largetrailer hitches, bike or surfboard racksand any device that may block thenormal detection zone of the system, maycreate false audible warnings.
Note:Keep the sensors located on thebumper or fascia free from snow, ice andlarge accumulations of dirt. If the sensorsare covered, the system’s accuracy can beaffected. Do not clean the sensors withsharp objects.
104Parking Aids

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Red - up to 12 inches (0.3 metre)A
Amber - 12 - 24 inches (0.3 - 0.6metre)B
Green - 24 - 35 inches (0.6 - 0.9metre)C
Black - centre line of theprojected vehicle pathD
Note:The green line is extended from 35inches (0.9 metre) up to a distance of 126inches (3.2 metres).
Note:When reversing with a trailer, the lineson the screen are not shown. The camerawill show your vehicle direction and not thetrailer.
Switching the Rear View CameraOff
Note:The system will automatically switchoff once your vehicle speed has reachedapproximately 7 mph (12 km/h).
Press the parking aid switch in theinstrument panel. For item location: SeeAt a Glance (page 8).
Vehicles with Parking Aid
The display will additionally show acoloured distance bar. This guide indicatesthe distance from the rear bumper to thedetected obstacle.
These are colour coded as follows:
•Green - 24 - 71 inches (0.6 to 1.8metres).
•Amber - 12 - 24 inches (0.3 to 0.6metre).
•Red - 12 inches (0.3 metre) or less.
108Parking Aids

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
The rear tyre pressures must beincreased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) abovespecification. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 164).
Do not exceed the maximum grosstrain weight stated on your vehicleidentification plate. See VehicleIdentification Plate (page 167).
Do not exceed the maximumpermissible nose weight, i.e. verticalweight on the tow ball, of 110 pounds(50 kilogrammes).
The electrical system is not suitablefor towing trailers with more thanone rear fog lamp.
Note:Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. Checkwith your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to theaxle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you aretowing with an unladen vehicle, the loadin the trailer should be placed toward thenose, within the maximum nose load, asthis gives the best stability.
The stability of your vehicle to trailercombination is very much dependant onthe quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 3 281 feet (1000 metres), the stipulated maximumpermitted gross train weight must bereduced by 10% for every additional 3 281feet (1 000 metres).
Steep Gradients
WARNING
The anti-lock braking system doesnot control the overrun brake on thetrailer.
Change down a gear before you reach asteep downhill gradient.
TOW BALL
WARNINGS
When not in use, always transportthe tow ball arm securely fastenedin the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting thetow ball arm as the safety of yourvehicle and the trailer depends onthis.
Do not use any tools for mounting ordismounting the tow ball arm.
Do not modify the trailer coupling.
Do not disassemble or repair the towball arm.
A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball armseat are provided under the rear bumper.Turn the trailer socket down through 90degrees until it engages in the end position.
116Towing

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Unlocking the Tow Ball ArmMechanism
1.Remove the protecting cap.
2.Insert the key and turn it clockwise tounlock.
3.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out and turn it clockwiseuntil it clicks.
Note:The red mark on the handwheel mustalign with the green mark on the tow ball.
4.Release the handwheel. The tow ballarm is unlocked.
Inserting the Tow Ball Arm
WARNING
The tow ball arm may only beinserted when completely unlocked.
Note:Pull out the plug.
1.Insert the tow ball arm vertically andpress it upwards until it engages.
Note:Do not hold your hand near thehandwheel.
Note:The green mark on the handwheelmust align with the green mark on the towball.
2.Turn the key anti-clockwise andremove the key to lock the tow ball.
3.Pull the protecting cap from the keybow and press it onto the lock.
Driving With a Trailer
WARNING
If any of the below conditions cannotbe met, do not use the tow bar andhave it checked by an authoriseddealer.
117Towing

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Before starting your journey, make surethat the tow ball arm is correctly locked.Check that:
•the green marks are aligned
•the handwheel (A) is correctly fitted tothe tow ball arm
•you have removed the key (B)
•the tow ball arm is securely positioned.
Removing the Tow Ball Arm
Note:Unhitch the trailer.
1.Remove the protecting cap. Press thecap into the key bow. Insert the key andunlock.
2.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out, turn it clockwiseagainst the stop.
3.Remove the tow ball arm.
4.Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the tow ballarm can be reinserted at any time.
Driving Without a Trailer
WARNING
Never unlock the tow ball arm withthe trailer attached.
Remove the tow ball arm. Insert the pluginto its seat (1).
118Towing

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Circuits protectedFuse ratingFuse
Ignition, electric powerassisted steering, instrumentcluster, passive anti-theftsystem, anti-lock brakingsystem
10 A13
Powertrain control module,transmission selector lever,fuel pump7.5 A14
Audio system, instrumentcluster7.5 A15
Heated windscreen7.5 A16
Not used-17
Not used-18
Data link connector15 A19
Multi function display, clock,internal scanner, heatingvents, air conditioning panel20 A20
Audio system, navigation,bluetooth15 A21
Instrument cluster7.5 A22
Trailer module7.5 A23
Sync module antenna7.5 A24
Not used-25
Front wiper, left-hand side30 A26
Front wiper, right-hand side30 A27
Circuits switchedRelay
IgnitionR1
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Circuits protectedFuse ratingFuse
Rear window wiper15 A6
Washer pump15 A7
Not used-8
Passenger's heated seat15 A9
Driver's heated seat15 A10
Not used-11
Airbag module10 A12
Ignition, electric powerassisted steering, instrumentcluster, passive anti-theftsystem, anti-lock brakingsystem
10 A13
Powertrain control module,gear selector lever, fuelpump7.5 A14
Audio system, instrumentcluster7.5 A15
Heated windscreen right-hand side7.5 A16
Not used-17
Not used-18
Data link connector10 A19
Trailer module20 A20
Audio system, navigation15 A21
Instrument cluster7.5 A22
Multi functional display,clock, internal scanner,heating vents, air condi-tioning panel
7.5 A23
Sync module10 A24
Not used-25
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